Where to eat in Tunis

A luxurious spot, frequented almost entirely by the local elite. The decor is modern, with spacious interiors. It has two terraces on the seafront, offering a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean. The location and atmosphere are

Dar el Jeld restaurant is located in the Medina, very close to Kasbah square. It's a very nice restaurant, with Tunisian food and Arabic décor (which was very ornate). As is the custom here, before our meal they brought us several

Dar Belhadj is a lovely restaurant in the medina, not far from Zitouna Mosque, that's perfect for a romantic dinner. Don't be fooled by the gritty entrance...the interior is all linen tablecloths, elegant dishes, and refined flavors.

On our last day of vacation in Sousse (Tunisia) our goal was to get the last shopping done before leaving the country, a must for the "bargaining zone". Walking through the vast World Heritage medina we found a nice place to eat.

Le Dôme is the restaurant in Tunisia Palace Hotel. The menu is varied and there are generous starters, as is the custom in this country. The décor of the restaurant stood out, above all, because of its stained glass and gold leaf roof.

The Great Medina of Tunis is full of tea houses where you can take a break from shopping and enjoy delicious mint tea and sweet Tunisian pastries. Although they're geared towards tourists, these tea shops are preserved down to the